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2013 Map of Karthaus

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Karthaus
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The W Br Susquehanna River carves a deep loop through the northern reach of this landscape, defining the character of Karthaus and its surrounding drainage systems. The presence of the Karthaus Tunnel near the river bend indicates the engineering required to navigate this portion of the Allegheny Plateau. South of the river, several distinct communities are established along the ridge tops and creek valleys, including the German Settlement and Pine Glen.

Transport and topography dictate the layout of these rural townships, from the local hub at Moshannon to the clusters of Cooper Settlement and Grassflat further south. The map documents numerous water sources such as Black Moshannon Cr and Sevenmile Run, which have historically shaped the industry and agriculture of the area. Family history is reflected in several labeled landmarks, including the Folmar Airport and the geological high point at Moshannon Summit.